{"product_id":"talk-to-me-baby-how-you-can-support-young-childrens-language-development-second-edition-paperback","title":"Talk to Me, Baby!: How You Can Support Young Children's Language Development, Second Edition - Paperback","description":"\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eBetty Bardige\u003c\/b\u003e (Author), \u003cb\u003eJoanne Knapp-Philo\u003c\/b\u003e (Foreword by)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith Thirty Million Words and other early language initiatives making headlines, the message is clear: \u003cb\u003eTalking to young children matters.\u003c\/b\u003e But \u003ci\u003ehow\u003c\/i\u003e you talk to children makes a big difference--and this friendly, down-to-earth guidebook shows you how to engage with kids in ways that directly support their language skills and overall development. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDeveloped by celebrated early education expert Betty Bardige, the second edition of this warm and wise book takes you on a fascinating tour through six stages in a child's language development--starting with baby babbles and ending with kindergarten literacy skills. You'll get \u003cb\u003ecritical new research and updates\u003c\/b\u003e in every chapter, plus an invaluable \u003cb\u003etoolbox of downloadable resources\u003c\/b\u003e that help you put the strategies into practice. A must-have for all early childhood professionals and parents, this book is your guide to playful, engaging talk that supercharges young minds and sets the stage for school success.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDISCOVER HOW TO\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003elearn the language of pretend play and storytelling\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003einclude children in conversations--even when they're too young to talk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003erespond effectively to the questions children ask and the stories they tell \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eboost language skills with fun games and activities that build on children's natural curiosity \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eselect playful, age-appropriate books, songs, and poems to share and enjoy together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eengage children of diverse backgrounds and temperaments \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eexplore the language challenges children might encounter and how to help them\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ehelp bilingual children develop skills in both languages \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ecreate language-rich communities where children's literacy skills flourish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWHAT'S NEW: \u003c\/b\u003e Strategies based on up-to-date research; expanded focus on developing toddlers' language skills; and new emphasis on supporting children from low-income families. You'll also get a practical collection of downloadable resources: updated study guides for each chapter and handouts in English and Spanish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIncludes downloadable, printable handouts in English and Spanish: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe Power of Play Talk\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaby Babbles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFirst Words, First Stories\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOff Like a Rocket\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhat Will They Think of Next? \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrom Language to Literacy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBetty S. Bardige, Ed.D., \u003c\/b\u003e dedicated her career to assuring all children a promising start and a lifetime of equitable learning opportunities. As a developmental psychologist, educator, and parent, she understood that early experiences have unique power. Dr. Bardige's professional work focused on those critical early years when children build foundations for relationships, resilience, and lifelong learning. A passionate and prolific writer and speaker, she collaborated with local and statewide initiatives to help parents, early educators, and engaged communities support young childrenâ (TM)s language, literacy, and social-emotional development.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs an activist, consultant, and foundation leader, Dr. Bardige worked for more than 30 years to strengthen systems, programs, and policies that affect young children and their families. She chaired the Brazelton Touchpoints Foundation board and was a member of the A.L. Mailman Family Foundation board. She worked with educational and family-serving organizations on program development, evaluation, curriculum, and strategic planning, and served on boards of local, state, and national organizations, including Smart from the Start, The National Association for Family Child Care, and Facing History and Ourselves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 336\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.8 x 8.9 x 5.9 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e May 18, 2016\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Books by splitShops","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47457114947762,"sku":"9781598579208","price":45.83,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0770\/3891\/1666\/files\/b10700e4657dffe2a528661f95664f4f.webp?v=1778876670","url":"https:\/\/box.dadyminds.org\/products\/talk-to-me-baby-how-you-can-support-young-childrens-language-development-second-edition-paperback","provider":"DADYMINDS BOX","version":"1.0","type":"link"}